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CAUTIONSEN 39
Battery PacksNOTES:
I It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
The supplied battery
Terminalscharging, or after use.
pack is a lithium-ion
Temperature Range SpeciŢcations
battery. Before using the
Charging: 10!C to 35!C
supplied battery pack or
Operation: 0!C to 40!C
an optional battery pack,
Storage: �20!C to 50!C
be sure to read the I The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
following cautions:takes.
I To avoid hazardsI Charging times are for a fully discharged battery
...do not burn.pack.
...do not short-circuit the terminals. When
transporting, make sure the provided battery cap Cassettes
is attached to the battery. If the battery cap is
To properly use and store your cassettes, be
misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag.
sure to read the following cautions:
...do not modify or disassemble.
I During use
...do not expose the battery to temperatures
...make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.
exceeding 60!C, as this may cause the battery to
...be aware that recording onto prerecorded tapes
overheat, explode or catch Ţre.
automatically erases the previously recorded
...use only speciŢed chargers.
video and audio signals.
I To prevent damage and prolong service
...make sure the cassette is positioned properly
lifewhen inserting.
...do not subject to unnecessary shock.
...do not load and unload the cassette repeatedly
...charge in an environment where temperatures
without allowing the tape to run at all. This
are within the tolerances shown in the chart
slackens the tape and can result in damage.
below. This is a chemical reaction type battery N
...do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction,
the tape to Ţngerprints and dust.
while warmer temperatures can prevent
I Store cassettes
complete charging.
...away from heaters or other heat sources.
...store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure to
...out of direct sunlight.
high temperatures will increase natural discharge
...where they wonOt be subject to unnecessary
and shorten service life.
shock or vibration.
...fully charge and then fully discharge the battery
...where they wonOt be exposed to strong magnetic
every 6 months when storing the battery pack
Å¢elds (such as those generated by motors,
over a long period time.
transformers or magnets).
...remove from charger or powered unit when not in REFERENCES
...vertically, in their original cases.
use, as some machines use current even when
switched off.LCD Monitor
The BeneŢts Of Lithium-Ion Batteries I To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, DO
Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a NOT
large power capacity. However, when one is ...push it strongly or apply any shocks.
exposed to cold temperatures (below 10!C), ...place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on the
its usage time becomes shorter and it may bottom.
cease to function. If this happens, place the I To prolong service life
battery pack in your pocket or other warm, ...avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
protected place for a short time, then re-attach I Be aware of the following phenomena for
it to the camcorder.LCD monitor use. These are not
malfunctions
...While using the camcorder, the surface around
the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD
monitor may heat up.
...If you leave power on for a long time, the surface
around the LCD monitor becomes hot. |
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